In the world of 7 Days to Die, securing water is key to survival. The Bucket is the tool that takes you through that first step. As its description notes, an empty bucket lets you scoop water from a water source.
Uses
Its biggest role is “transporting water.” Use a bucket at a river, lake, or pond—anywhere with water—and you can draw water right on the spot. The water you collect serves as an ingredient for drinking and cooking, and it’s also essential for advancing your farming. Since water is involved in building fields and tending crops, it’s an item you’ll want to prepare early if you’re aiming for a farming playstyle.
Getting and Crafting It
Because the bucket is a relatively simple metal tool, it often has a material composition geared toward being craftable at a workbench and the like in the early-to-mid game. You can also find it while exploring abandoned houses and warehouses, so grabbing one when you spot it won’t go to waste. The point when you start being able to obtain iron-based materials is a good benchmark for making your own.
When to Use It
- If you set up your base near a water source, a single bucket keeps your household water supply stable
- Before you get serious about farming, keeping several on hand makes the work go smoothly
- Getting into the habit of stopping by a water source to resupply on your way back from exploring makes it easier to avoid trouble with thirst
Unassuming as it is, it’s the unsung hero that supports every water-related activity. Once your early-game gear starts coming together, be sure to keep one on hand.